Resources

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Timing of Umbilical Cord Clamping - Multiple Studies

Rethinking Placental Transfusion and Cord Clamping Issues

What Does The Evidence Say?

The Placenta: essential resuscitation equipment

Effect of delayed versus early umbilical cord clamping

Delayed Cord Clamping Should Be Standard Practice

Magic Umbilical Cords - PHOTOS

90 Seconds to change the world  - TED Video

Delayed Clamping in Cesarean Birth

Why “Delayed” Cord Clamping Should Be the Norm

NY Times: Benefits of Delayed Cord Cutting.

Breastfeeding the Thompson Method (Technique and Video)

La Leche League International

Kellymom - Breastfeeding & Parenting

Breastfeeding.com- Information & Support

Dr. Tom Hale's Breastfeeding Pharmacology Page

Breastfeeding Resource Guide

Exclusive Pumping

Pumping to build storage stash

Pumping strategies for working moms

Virtual or in-person lactation consultation with Nourished Mothers, Kayla Thorngate, IBCLC.  Most insurance accepted.  

*These items are in my lending library and are available for clients to borrow 

*The Birth Story - Ina May Gaskin

*Birth Day - Sage Femme

Orgasmic Birth

The Business of Being Born (1 and 2)

*Birth As We Know It

*Happiest Baby on the Block - Dr. Harvey Karp

Online Videos

Birth As We Know It (Natural birth)

Michel Odent on gentle birth

Mama Natural - Birth with doula

Pushing with an epidural - Jessica Breese CNM

Birthing in an upright position (foreign) 

Reducing Fear in Birth - Ina May Gaskin

Eating dates - effects on labor and birth

Estimated Due Date (editorial)

Induction or C-Section  for Big Baby - Evidence?

Amniotic Fluid Volume

ACOG - Safe Prevention of Primary Cesarean

Use of Pitocin and increased risk of  depressive or anxiety disorder diagnosis 

AWHONN - Reducing Preventable Harm

Group B Strep Considerations - Dr. Aviva Romm

Baby's Microbiome - Dr. Aviva Romm

Healthy Birth Practice #1 - Let Labor Start on It's Own

6 Healthy Birth Practices - Lamaze 

Saying "No" to Induction

Clinical Outcomes of Near Term Infants

Support Vaginal Birth and Reduce Primary Cesarean Toolkit

*These items are in my lending library and are available for clients to borrow 

*Ina Mays Guide to Childbirth - Ina May Gaskin

*Birthing From Within - Pam England

*The Birth Partner - Penny Simpkin

*The Thinking Woman's Guide to  a Better Birth - Henci Goer

*The Pregnancy Book - Dr. Sears

*The Birth Book - Dr. Sears

*The Nursing Mother's Companion - Kathleen Huggins

*The Baby Book - Dr. Sears

*Vaccinations: A Thoughtful Parents Guide - Aviva Hill Romm

*The Vaccine Book - Dr. Bob Sears

The Vaccine-Friendly Plan - Dr.  Paul Thomas

*Hit the Ground Crawling (for Dads) - Greg Bishop

*The Expectant Father - Brott

*A Natural Guide to Pregnancy and Postpartum Health - Reffelock

Attachment parenting Advice From Dr. Jay Gordon

Mothering Online - Natural Family Living

Brain, Child: The Magazine for Thinking Mother

Single Dad Laughing

Safe Co-Sleeping - Dr. James McKenna

Pediatrician Resources

These providers support family choice and involvement in healthcare decision making.  

Denver Metro Area

Highland Integrative Pediatrics

Integrative Pediatric Healthcare

Pediatric Pathways

Complete Care Pediatrics

Telehealth Options

Naturopathic pediatrician in CO Springs that serves families nationwide via Telehealth:  https://theorganiccure.com/

Laura Vanston, DNP, CPNP-AC/PC. Doctor of Nursing, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, serving via Telehealth Inspire Pediatrics: https://www.inspirepediatrics.com/

She has several packages that families can choose from.  This might  be a nice option if your pediatrician does not do telemedicine and you  want immediate access to a practitioner without having to leave your  home. 
 

Image Credit:  Monet Nicole

There are many wonderful Birth Photographers in the Denver area who will travel to help you capture this once in a lifetime moment.

https://www.monetnicole.com/

https://maranaomisoullabor.com/

https://www.carbonandwest.com/

https://www.catherinerose-photography.com/

https://www.amyquinnphotographyandbirth.com/

Denver - International Cesarean Awareness Network

VBAC.com

Birthrites: Healing After Caesarean

VBACFacts.com

Evidence Based Birth - "Failure to Progress"

Gentle Cesarean Overview - NPR

Slow Cesarean

Vaginal Seeding in Cesarean Birth - Dr. Aviva Romm

About Placenta Encapsulation - Association of Placenta Preparation Arts

Presence of hormones in placenta capsules

Iron content in placenta capsules

Encapsulation Service Providers

Katie Stone (Evergreen and Denver Metro)

Kelly Contreras (Denver Metro)

Aspen Roots Midwifery (Denver Metro)

Enlightened Encapsulation (Denver Metro)

Love in Motion (Denver Metro)

Birthroot Midwifery (Grand County, Steamboat)

Mama Strong Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine

Chiropractic Care 

Evergreen Chiropractor (Webster Technique) 

Optimal Fetal Positioning

Spinning Babies

The Miles Circuit

Pregnancy & Birth

Midwifery Today- The Heart and Science of Birth

Normal Healthy Childbirth - ACNM Guide

Dr. Aviva Romm - Integrative Medicine